Ndizi na Nyama Stew

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef, cubed 500g (1.1 lb) beef, cubed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 2 ripe bananas, sliced 2 ripe bananas, sliced
• 1 cup (240ml) beef broth 1 cup (240ml) beef broth
• 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 22g, 12g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 15g, 6g
• Protein: 32g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until translucent.
2. 2.
   Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot and cook for another minute.
3. 3.
   Add the beef cubes to the pot and brown them on all sides.
4. 4.
   Stir in the diced tomatoes, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. Cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
5. 5.
   Pour in the beef broth and coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 1 hour, or until the beef is tender.
6. 6.
   Add the sliced bananas to the pot and gently stir them into the stew. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
7. 7.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. 8.
   Serve the Ndizi na Nyama Stew hot with steamed rice or ugali.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef — Choose a tender cut of beef, such as sirloin or stewing beef, for best results. Trim any excess fat before cubing.
• Ripe bananas — Use bananas that are fully ripe but not overly mushy. They should be sweet and slightly firm to hold their shape during cooking.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, add a chopped chili pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• If you prefer a thicker stew, you can mash some of the cooked bananas into the sauce to create a creamier consistency.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated the next day, allowing the flavors to meld even further.

Serving advice

Serve the Ndizi na Nyama Stew in deep bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves. Accompany it with a side of steamed rice or ugali to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange a few banana slices on top of the stew before serving. Sprinkle some ground cinnamon or a pinch of paprika for an added pop of color.